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5 November 2021
Congratulations to Dr. Sean Li (RE), the 2021 PIPSC Gold Medal laureate. This gold medal recognizes Dr. Li's pioneering work in the field of vaccine research that has been instrumental in the international fight against viruses and pandemics, including COVID-19.
4 November 2021
President Debi Daviau presented awards to deserving Institute members for their exemplary and inspiring leadership and thanked the members of the Awards Selection Panel for recommending these laureates.
4 November 2021
We are stronger together. Learn more about the accomplishments and continuous work of Canada’s largest union of professional employees in this year’s annual report.
1 November 2021
Union members should be allowed to acknowledge the Indigenous territory on which they work.
1 November 2021
Hugo works as a High Performance Computing Application Supervisor, he is also a steward and delegate for the PIPSC CS group and has been engaged in many projects and campaigns.
29 October 2021
Presented to the 102nd Annual General Meeting B-1 BL 17 – Term of the National Election Committee – Sponsor: BOD (English)
29 October 2021
PIPSC welcomes the announcement of the Honourable Mona Fortier as the new President of the Treasury Board.
27 October 2021
TABLE OF CONTENTS Agenda Rules of Procedure for PIPSC AGM
26 October 2021
Participants Guide - PDF Version and video
25 October 2021
Presented to the 102nd Annual General Meeting
25 October 2021
Presented to the 102nd Annual General Meeting
22 October 2021
Presented to the 102nd Annual General Meeting
22 October 2021
Presented to the 102nd Annual General Meeting
20 October 2021
As workplaces and jobs change, our new application will mean professionals can access trailblazing research, gain valuable insights on how societal changes will impact their jobs, and access professional development opportunities that can help them advance their careers.
20 October 2021
This code was developed based on input from the delegates to the 2018 PIPSC AGM, the Advisory Council and the Board of Directors.
19 October 2021
The 102nd Annual General Meeting will be a virtual event. Delegates are encouraged to read the Participants Guide prior to the start of the meeting. 
19 October 2021
102nd ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING FRIDAY, November 5, 2021 10:00 a.m. President's Opening Address & Q&A Period
19 October 2021
The Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP) is seeking feedback on how it communicates to its members.
15 October 2021
As the union representing the scientists who approved the COVID-19 vaccines, PIPSC welcomes all efforts to increase vaccination coverage in Canada.
13 October 2021
We’re working with the Future Skills Centre to help our members thrive within a changing labour market.
13 October 2021
PIPSC partners with Future Skills Centre to help its members prepare for the workplaces of tomorrow.
7 October 2021
How to submit your proof of vaccination in order to be eligible to attend in-person union meetings, events or activities.
6 October 2021
Rules of Procedure Presentation INTRODUCTION
5 October 2021
It is with a profound sense of sadness that the Institute informs you of the passing of Harry Walker. Harry died on September 15, 2021, surrounded by family, after a lengthy illness.
5 October 2021
OTTAWA, October 5, 2021 — Auditors, forensic accountants, and other tax professionals at the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) have had enough of wealthy individuals and corporations avoiding taxes.
30 September 2021
In 2021, we awarded 36 scholarships worth a total of $56,000. To date, we’ve awarded $1,050,000 in scholarships to 542 students. Thank you to our sponsors. Congratulations to all our laureates.
29 September 2021
We have submitted our analysis and recommendations to the new federal Task Force reviewing the Employment Equity Act.  
29 September 2021
In May of this year I, like many of us, was deeply saddened by the discovery of the mass grave site in Kamloops, British Columbia at a former residential school. The Canadian residential school system, created by Christian churches and the Canadian government, is a sordid mark on our shared history.
13 September 2021
As the union representing the scientists who approved the COVID vaccines, PIPSC welcomes all efforts to increase vaccination coverage in Canada. That includes a vaccine policy that makes vaccines more accessible to our members and accommodates legitimate reasons for which an employee may not be vaccinated.
3 September 2021
To help our members make an informed choice on September 20th, we sent a non-partisan survey to Canada's major political parties. We asked the parties where they stand on the issues most important to our members.
11 August 2021
The government has announced the expansion of NextGen pay and HR system testing to two federal organizations with complex scheduling and pay needs, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard.
11 August 2021
New federal statutory holiday is a day for public servants to join Canadians in recognizing the painful legacy of residential schools.
16 July 2021
There are roles to be filled on multiple advisory committees and working groups, all for a 3-year term.
15 July 2021
Delegate Count by Group and Region as of December 31st 2020 - Regular and Retired Members
15 July 2021
Save the date! Our 102nd AGM will be held on November 5 and 6, 2021.
14 July 2021
It is with a profound sense of sadness that the Institute informs you of the passing on July 7, 2021, of our friend and colleague, Charlotte Rogers Mehkeri.